OpenAI builds humanoid robots, Altman targets 2027 demo

Sam Altman confirmed OpenAI is developing its own humanoid robots, targeting a first demonstration in 2027 and recruiting hardware specialists for factory and data center work. No design or commercial launch date has been revealed; the move pits OpenAI against robotics giants such as Tesla.

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